Polish-born developer fled Europe during World War II for then Palestine. Studied architecture, then went to Canada, where he established his real estate business. Today his property business spans Canada, U.S., Europe and Israel. Israeli properties, including malls and high-rises, got a boost last year from strong shekel, which reached 10-year high against dollar last summer. Debt-averse octogenarian thinking of succession. Through his Azrieli Foundation supports architecture, education and the arts. Past president of Canadian Zionist Association, last year published book about contributions of Jewish and gentile Canadians to establishment of Israel.